Health

War trauma can hinder development of children's teeth, study finds

A study conducted by the Maccabident Research Institute found that ongoing national security tensions led to significant changes in the dental and skeletal development of children and teens.

MACCABIDENT’S DR. Doron Haim: Anxiety alters hormonal regulation, which can affect how and when teeth emerge.
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Baby formula

Teva Israel, Health Ministry issue recall for Nutrilon Phase 1, Nutrilon AR baby formula

Israel's Health Ministry.

Israel braces for high air pollution as dust from North Africa impacts air quality


New study: Is this the drink that could slow aging?

It is considered one of the healthiest and most probiotic-rich drinks – but can it really turn back the clock?

Kefir-based smoothie

Breakthrough Tel Aviv University study uncovers how skin cancer outsmarts immune system

The study shows that melanoma cells release tiny bubble-like structures called extracellular vesicles, or EVs, which can paralyze the immune cells that normally attack tumors.

A 3D immunofluorescent image of melanoma cells (magenta) infected with bacteria (turquoise); cell nuclei are blue

Spots on the face? Veteran cosmetologist explains which treatment really works

Spots on the face have many causes. Yafa Maximov, beauty-tech owner and ex-cosmetologists’ chair, explains three main treatments: Home, professional, and tech.

Facial pigmentation treatment, illustration.

This may be the most important dietary component of all – so why aren’t you consuming it?

Many of us take vitamins and minerals on a daily basis, but miss one particularly important supplement. A new study showed that most of us do not consume enough of it.

A woman taking a dietary supplement

Innovative wound clinic at Shmuel Harofe: "We don’t give up on any case"

Even when options seem limited, an innovative approach achieves results. Ahuva Tzabari, Head Nurse at Shmuel Harofe Hospital: 'We don’t rush to call a wound incurable.'

Shmuel HaRofe Hospital.

Concerning: The supplements that may shorten men’s life expectancy

High levels of an amino acid common in concentration supplements may shorten men’s life expectancy, a new study finds, possibly helping explain the life expectancy gap between men and women.

Supplements

50 years we were misled – on purpose: Why fatty steak or butter are actually healthy

New studies and a historic change in American government guidelines reveal: Saturated fat does not cause heart disease, and the war against it was a huge mistake, backed by food giants.

Why fatty steak is actually healthy

Israeli health officials call for sanctions on anti-vaxxers as flu morbidity rate rises

Only 17% of Israelis have been vaccinated; health fund CEOs are divided over sanctions versus accessibility.

A patient at a Maccabi Health Center in Jerusalem receives a vaccination against the 'H1N1' swine flu. Israeli health authorities has started vaccinating the population against swine flu. December 20, 2009.

Four daily habits that cause the body to store more dangerous fat

Fat in the body is not a recommended thing, but there is one type of fat that is truly dangerous. What leads to its accumulation and how can it be reduced?

Four habits that increase dangerous fat

Why spending time with grandchildren can ease war trauma for Israel's seniors

For Israelis over 60, time with grandchildren is more than joy; it’s healing, easing war stress, loneliness, and emotional scars.

 An illustrative image of grandparents playing with their grandchildren.